Danks pitched well at times in 2013. But he was inconsistent and his inconsistency could be attributed to his recovery from surgery. And full recovery from that surgery usually doesn't come until two years after the surgery.

So, I am bullish on Danks for 2014. If the Sox can make a few more of the right moves, they could contend next year.

Some people just can't stop themselves.

Next week, someone will start a thread "Beckham helps an old lady cross a busy street" and we'll hear all about how he is a bust at The Plate.